Korean Bilingual Pricing Analyst

10 BTI Solutions, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Long-term disability

Job summary

10 BTI Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Korean bilingual Pricing Analyst (contractor) with air freight pricing expertise. The role covers end-to-end procurement, sourcing airlines and forwarders, RFQ/RFP packaging, and negotiating cost-driven contracts to maximize savings.

The position requires a logistics or finance background, strong Excel skills, and readiness to travel up to 20%. The work location options include Cerritos, CA or Plano, TX, with compensation reflecting hourly rates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, business, or finance.
• 4+ years in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations.
• Experience with RFQ/RFP processes and financial data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management for airlines, forwarders, and agents.
• Airline procurement & contract management including BSAs and SPA terms.
• RFQ/RFP management for Samsung and non-Samsung opportunities.
• Pricing & cost analysis across air freight elements and landed cost.
• Develop procurement strategies and support carrier sourcing events.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Legal to finalize pricing.

Skills

Excel

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance

Tools

Power Query

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

Data Validation

Job description

Korean Bilingual Pricing Analyst We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Logistics Procurement Specialist (contractor) specializing in Air Pricing to join our Pricing team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for air freight, including sourcing forwarders and airlines, managing RFQs, negotiating competitive rates, and securing strategic capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, qualify, and register new logistics suppliers, including: Airlines Freight Forwarders GSA (General Sales Agents) CFS (Container Freight Stations) Air Cargo Handling Agents Drayage and Intermodal Carriers Develop and maintain strategic relationships with logistics service providers. Conduct supplier capability assessments, performance evaluations, and risk analysis. Maintain supplier database and vendor qualification records.
• Airline Procurement & Contract Management Source and negotiate direct agreements with airlines, including: Block Space Agreements (BSA) General Sales Agent (GSA) Agreements Special Rate Agreements (SPA) where applicable Negotiate transportation rates, capacity allocations, service commitments, payment terms, and contractual conditions. Coordinate with Legal to review, finalize, and execute transportation agreements. Monitor contract compliance, expiration dates, and renewal opportunities.
• RFQ/RFP Management Develop, issue, and manage RFQ/RFP packages for: Samsung business Non-Samsung business opportunities Collect, organize, and validate supplier quotations. Coordinate competitive bidding events among multiple logistics providers. Ensure RFQ submissions comply with procurement standards and customer requirements.
• Pricing & Cost Analysis Analyze transportation quotations across multiple cost elements, including: Air Freight Fuel Surcharge Security Charges Terminal Handling Charges Documentation Fees Pick-up & Delivery Customs Brokerage DG Charges Accessorial Charges Build financial simulations and cost comparison models. Perform landed cost and total logistics cost analysis. Conduct market benchmarking for air freight rates, carrier capacity, and transit times. Recommend optimal carrier and forwarder selections based on cost, service, and operational performance.
• Procurement Strategy Develop procurement strategies to improve competitiveness and achieve cost savings. Identify sourcing opportunities through market research and industry benchmarking. Evaluate market trends, airline capacity, and seasonal pricing fluctuations. Support annual procurement initiatives and carrier sourcing events.
• Business Development Support Partner with Sales to develop competitive logistics solutions for customers. Recommend transportation strategies that improve customers' supply chain performance. Support implementation of new business opportunities by coordinating with operations and procurement teams. Assist in preparing pricing proposals for customer bids and tenders.
• Procurement Systems & Reporting Administer internal procurement and quotation management systems. Maintain sourcing documentation and procurement records. Prepare procurement reports, KPI dashboards, and supplier performance metrics. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with: Sales Operations Finance Legal Customer Service Global Procurement Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and pricing processes.

Job Requirements

• Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree required (Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or Finance preferred). 4+ years of experience in freight forwarding, 3PL, or logistics sourcing/operations, with a strict focus on Air Freight. Proven, hands‑on experience managing RFP/RFQ processes and conducting financial data analysis.
• Technical & Professional Skills Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel: Must be comfortable handling large-scale quotation and cost analysis using complex formulas, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, VLOOKUP, COUNTIF, SUMIF, and Power Query Strong problem‑solving mindset and sharp negotiation tactics. Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross‑functional global teams.
• Work Adaptability & Travel Ability to thrive and maintain accuracy in a fast‑paced environment. Flexibility: Willingness to work additional hours, weekends, or holidays outside of regularly scheduled business hours when required to meet critical business needs. Travel: Willingness to travel up to 20% for business‑related needs.
• Preferred Qualifications Prior experience working directly within a major Freight Forwarder, Broker Company, or 3PL.

Location & Compensation

Work Location: Cerritos, CA or Plano, TX Pay Range: $24.00/hour to $34.50/hour

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid sick leave; life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and long‑term disability (LTD) insurance; and optional voluntary life/AD&D coverage. Benefits are subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Why work at BTI?

We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. Our team benefits from competitive compensation, comprehensive health and wellness offerings, and opportunities for professional development.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those related to fair hiring practices, pay transparency, workplace safety, and reasonable accommodations.

We are dedicated to maintaining an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute meaningfully.

We are an outstanding national Consulting company with 20 years of success

Corporate Values

• 1. Guided by Integrity We earn trust by keeping our promises and holding ourselves and each other accountable to do the right thing in all circumstances
• 2. Strive for Excellence We strive to deliver quality candidates with efficiency and professionalism leading to the complete satisfaction of our clients
• 3. Stronger Together We embrace each other’s differences and practice collaborative communication to build strong partnerships and relationships to achieve successful outcomes
• 4. Think Big We continuously challenge ourselves and seek innovative ideas to improve and strengthen our company, clients, and partners for long‑term success
• 5. Achieve Impact We commit ourselves to empowering and uplifting the people and communities we serve for a better tomorrow

To be the foundation of all connections and the driver of new discoveries, growth, and transformation for our employees, candidates, clients, partners, and community Connecting talented employees and great companies to attain new experiences and opportunities to fulfill their needs and achieve their goals.